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6 steps to build inclusive classrooms which is not merely a goal but a necessity
Creating inclusive classrooms is a gradual process that requires commitment, collaboration, and a willingness to innovate, making it the absolute first step.
Updated on Apr 03, 2025 06:16 PM IST
Delhi govt to prepare action report on school condition, says Education Minister
The education minister's response came following concerns raised by various MLAs regarding school infrastructure during ongoing Delhi Assembly Budget Session.
Published on Mar 24, 2025 07:49 PM IST
PTI | , New Delhi
Bengal professor faces inquiry after ‘marrying’ student in classroom
The teacher claimed that the videos showed a freshers event planned by her students where they had put together a mock-wedding which she participated in.
Updated on Jan 30, 2025 12:16 PM IST
Schoolboy sings Dekha Ek Khwab in classroom, internet loves it
A schoolboy's soulful rendition of a Bollywood classic went viral as his teacher's warm reaction stole hearts
Published on Jan 12, 2025 05:06 PM IST
Mahipal Singh Chouhan
Delhi: Teachers asked to refrain from the use of phones in classes
The circular called for creating a more engaging and stimulating physical learning environment
Published on Oct 23, 2024 07:02 PM IST
PTI | , New Delhi
LEAD Group's new ‘TECHBOOK' aims to make interactive learning a norm in schools
LEAD Group Co-founder and CEO Sumeet Mehta said the company expects India’s top 5000 schools to upgrade to TECHBOOKS by 2028. Read details below.
Published on Sep 10, 2024 06:22 PM IST
What is the change that our teachers can bring to the classrooms
Addressing current gaps in training & making programmes more relevant & practical can enhance teacher quality, reduce attrition, & ensure stability in class.
Published on Sep 06, 2024 01:57 PM IST
Ludhiana: Sarpanch, aides hold four Dalit students captive in classroom, thrash them
The accused allegedly assaulted the students of the Government Senior Secondary School in Gorsian Kadar Bakhsh village in Ludhiana’s Sidhwan Bet area with a stick and hurled casteist remarks; the staff of the school came to their rescue, but to no avail
Updated on Aug 27, 2024 06:04 AM IST
Tarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana
Headache in kids might be vision problem: Key signs teachers should watch for
Want to improve kids’ academic performance? Experts say to achieve this, late summer is a great moment to add an eye test to the back-to-school checklist
Published on Aug 17, 2024 07:02 PM IST
AP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz
Chandigarh: AC sparks fire in empty classroom at Vivek High School
According to the management of Vivek High School, Sector 38, Chandigarh, a thorough investigation will be conducted to determine the exact cause of the fire and appropriate measures will be taken to prevent such incidents in the future
Updated on Aug 14, 2024 09:08 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Assam student stabs teacher to death for allegedly ‘scolding’ him in Sivsagar
According to the police, the incident took place inside a classroom of a coaching centre, reportedly after the teacher scolded the accused.
Published on Jul 07, 2024 12:47 PM IST
12 ways teachers can help young minds overcome trauma post-bullying experiences
Here are key strategies for teachers to assist young minds in overcoming trauma post-bullying experiences
Published on May 31, 2024 07:53 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Strategies every teacher should adopt to help students adapt to new environment
Here are some general guidelines and strategies for teachers to help their students adjust and adapt to the new school environment
Published on May 23, 2024 02:58 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
UP school teachers build an artificial pool in class, students rejoice. Watch
The students, who belong to Mahsaunapur Umarda school in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, were seen swimming around their classroom.
Published on Apr 30, 2024 04:13 PM IST
Vrinda Jain
5 innovative strategies to overcome teaching challenges
A fundamental responsibility of educators involves creating a safe and supportive classroom environment and promoting open communication.
Published on Mar 19, 2024 12:04 PM IST
Rajesh Bhatia, New Delhi
Six students of Kerala college arrested for physical assault of junior student over Insta post
The accused students, all of second-year, have also been suspended from the college which has formed a committee to probe the incident
Updated on Nov 16, 2023 07:14 AM IST
EMBIBE signs MoU with UP Govt to offer free NEP-aligned AI-led learning
The UP Basic Education and Secondary Education Departments signed a non-financial MoU with EMBIBE to accelerate the achievement of Nipun Bharat goals.
Published on Oct 31, 2023 06:29 PM IST
HT Education Desk, New Delhi
Striking balance between AI-powered classrooms with human connection
AI-powered education transforms teaching and learning, offering personalised learning journeys, AI tutors, and professional development for teachers.
Published on Sep 11, 2023 06:39 PM IST
Case against Delhi teacher for making ‘derogatory’ remarks in classroom
Reacting to the matter, Gandhi Nagar MLA Anil Kumar Bajpai said a teacher's responsibility is to give good education to kids.
Published on Aug 29, 2023 06:04 AM IST
PTI |
17-yr-old girl ends life in Rewari
According to the police, the girl, a Class 12 student, took the extreme step when no one was present in the class
Updated on Aug 12, 2023 01:01 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Rohtak
Ways to foster a physically, emotionally healthy learning environment in class
Creating a positive and supportive classroom culture can help students feel safe, connected and motivated to learn. Here are tips by experts to do so
Published on Aug 02, 2023 05:57 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Kanpur Shocker: Class 10th boy who killed his classmate watched ‘how to kill’ videos on YouTube
Cops privy to the investigation have said that the accused watched several videos on how to kill a person for over four weeks before actually killing his classmate.
Updated on Aug 01, 2023 07:33 PM IST
Teacher assaulted with a shovel by student’s father in Prayagraj, FIR lodged
The student’s father was reportedly upset over the teacher hitting the student with a stick over some issue in the school.
Updated on Jul 23, 2023 01:16 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Prayagraj
Ceiling fan falls during exam in Hansraj College
During an internal examination of BCom (Hons) students at Hansraj College, an operational ceiling fan fell and injured one student. We spoke to several students who refused to go on record about the incident due to fear of action by the college authorities.
Updated on Jun 23, 2023 04:59 PM IST
Kriti Kambiri, New Delhi
Armed man tries to take students hostage in WB school, arrested: Police
According to police, the accused person is a person with mental illness who was earlier arrested for his social media posts and posing with firearms in the past
Updated on Apr 26, 2023 05:28 PM IST
School has kids write, ‘I will not forget to bring ₹300 tomorrow’, 30 times
A school in Mumbai faced criticism after asking students to write a sentence 30 times as punishment for their parents not paying diary and identity card charges. A parent complained to the school's management, which has promised action against the teacher.
Updated on Apr 19, 2023 12:30 AM IST
Artist documents country’s rural art on 4-year-long solo bicycle journey
Despite the presence of a treasure trove of folk art and culture, they remain underrepresented in most of the country’s formal art education curricula. This prompted Prateek Jadhav, an alumnus of Sir JJ School of Art, to embark on a solo bicycle journey to understand and explore rural art forms and cultures
Updated on Apr 08, 2023 12:14 AM IST
US' Virgina teacher shot by 6-year-old student sues school for $40 million
The January 6 attack on Abigail Zwerner in Newport News was unusual among US school shootings given the young age of the assailant.
Published on Apr 03, 2023 11:50 PM IST
Reuters |
How some states deliver via bureaucratic norms
Last week, University of Oxford political scientist Akshay Mangla joined host Milan Vaishnav on the Grand Tamasha podcast, a joint production of HT and the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, to elaborate on his new book, Making Bureaucracy Work: Norms, Education and Public Service Delivery in Rural India
Updated on Apr 03, 2023 12:29 AM IST
School reopening: How parents should mentally prepare children
As kids return to the classrooms, it is important to counsel them beforehand about the changed norms as they may not be able to share tiffin and play freely with their classmates as before.
Published on Nov 20, 2021 07:31 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal